Apache is the most popular Web server in the world, hosting 50 percent of all Web sites! With Apache, you will get excellent performance at a low cost. The server, plus all of its source code, is freely available and you can modify it to your specific needs. With this book, you will learn how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Apache server. Administering and Securing the Apache Server teaches you how to maximize the benefits of Apache in order to gain the competitive edge!

This book will show you how to:

• Protect content with basic authentication
• Gain Virtual Host support
• Work with dynamically-linked modules
• Improve Apache’s performance

Start by learning the basics of the Apache Server and then move on to discovering the practical and real-life uses of this technology. This book contains detailed examples and graphics to ensure your understanding of the material.